Category Archives: Flowers

Bougainvillea: December 31, 2017

The last day of the year, last flower of the year. This is my very favorite color of bougainvillea. Pasiano had just watered and by chance I caught it at the right moment.

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For Cee’s Flower of the Day Challenge.

Bougainvillea: Flower of the Day, Dec 30, 2017

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For Cee’s Flower Prompt.

Hibiscus: Flower of the Day, Dec 29, 2017

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For Cee’s Flower Prompt. Her amazing tulips are HERE.

Shaving Brush Tree: December 28, 2017 Flower of the Day

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The scientific name of this tree, native to southern Mexico, is as surreal as the bloom. it is pseudobombax ellipticium!  More commonly known as the shaving brush tree.

See Cee’s luscious bearded iris HERE.

Anthuriums: Flower of the Day, Dec. 26, 2017

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This gorgeous anthurium was a gift from cross-the-street neighbors Brad and Dave. Such a unique color. I love it.

for Cee’s flower prompt.

Xmas Hibiscus

A solitary hibiscus popped itself open and presented itself like a Christmas gift when I got back from an afternoon holiday dinner today.  Merry Christmas to all!

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For Cee’s Flower of the Day

Scene from a Mexican Garden: Flower of the Day, Dec 24, 2017

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Happy Xmas Eve!!!!

Succulents, Wandering Jew and what will grow up to be a Silk Floss Tree.

For Cee’s Flower Prompt

Okay, I Give Up. Here’s a Poinsettia!

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For Cee’s Flower of the Day Prompt.

Almost Real: Flower of the Day, Dec 22, 2017

Since these flowers are made out of corn husks, they almost qualify as “real,” right?

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For Cee’s Flower of the Day.

A Walk through a Winter Solstice Garden: Flower of the Day, Dec 21, 2017

Went for a short walk through my back yard today.  This is what I saw: (On Facebook, click on URL to see all flowers. Click on first photo to enlarge all.)

 

 For Cee’s Flower of the Day Challenge.